8.2 Very Good Based on 88 reviews
Editor's Pick

"Bungalows dot the beachfront property, where local performers host evening shows. Staff organize weekly village tours for guests interested in regional culture. Best for sun-seeking couples, less so for anyone needing prompt morning coffee service."

From US$ 395 US$ 339 per night
Save 14%
Check-in
7 Sept 2026
Check-out
8 Sept 2026
Guests
2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
  • Free cancellation
    on many rooms
  • No booking fees
    Pay at the hotel
  • Secure booking
    Your data is safe
  • Best price guarantee
    Found a better price?

Why guests choose Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa

  • Beachfront
    Kiwengwa Beach access
  • Oasis Spa
    Massage & sauna
  • Cultural Dining
    Poolside & beachside restaurants
  • Kids' Club
    Free supervised activities
  • African Huts
    Ocean-view balconies
  • Outdoor Pool
    Open all year

Overview

Situated approximately 10 minutes by car from Kiwengwa Pongwe Forest, Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa Kiwengwa offers a peaceful retreat at a swimming pool with a bar. The 76-story hotel proudly offers 25 acres of landscaped gardens, while Kiwengwa Caves is situated 1.8 miles away.

The 5-star hotel is located in the Kiwengwa Beach district, around a 25-minute stroll from Shooting Star Lodge. The Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa Kiwengwa is about 300 feet from a sparkling private beach.

Overlooking the sea, the 111 rooms are appointed with air conditioning, as well as modern facilities such as complimentary wireless internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. There are separate bedrooms and en-suite bathrooms with a separate toilet and a shower provided. A separate toilet and a shower are provided in the spacious bathrooms.

Every morning of your stay at the Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa you will be treated with a free buffet breakfast. Food options for dinner are available at the Asian Makuti restaurant. The restaurant serves German cuisine. The property invites guests to the disco bar to relax with a drink and enjoy pool views. The bar area includes a lounge.

  • Check-in
    from 14:00 until 23:59
  • Check-out
    until 10:00
  • Hotel class
    5 stars
Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa
Our tips

Should you book Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa?

Perfect if you
  • Want to dine at a restaurant serving Italian cuisine in a magical ambiance - Makuti Restaurant is on-site.
  • Prefer a hut-style room with a balcony or terrace - each traditional African-style hut offers one.
  • Need airport transfer - a paid airport shuttle is available from the property.
Maybe skip if you
  • Expect to travel with pets - the hotel does not allow pets on the property.
  • Prefer to stay near the historic center - Stone Town is 39 km away.
Best for
  • A private beach along the Indian Ocean
  • A spa & wellness centre offering massage treatments

Facilities of Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa

General
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Luggage storage
  • Private beach
  • Currency exchange
  • Barber shop
Dining
  • Electric kettle
  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
Leisure & Sports
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Garden area
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Massage
  • Fitness centre
  • Wind surfing
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Tennis court
  • Billiard tables
  • Table tennis
  • Fishing
Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa Guest Services
  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
Room Amenities
  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Ironing facilities
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's play area
  • Kids club
  • Game room

Policies

Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa applies these conditions to all bookings.
Check-in / Check-out
Check-in
from 14:00 until 23:59
Check-out
until 10:00
Important info
  • Children and extra beds
  • There are no cribs provided in a room.
  • There are no extra beds provided in a room.

Frequently asked questions

During your stay at Sultan Sands, you can dine at Makuti restaurant which serves Italian dishes.
The cost of a night's stay in Sultan Sands is $316.
Guests of Sultan Sands Kiwengwa will reach the downtown within 15 minutes' walk.
Kisauni is the closest airport and it is situated within 32 miles from Sultan Sands.
Popular spots near Sultan Sands Kiwengwa include Shooting Star Lodge, Kiwengwa Pongwe Forest, Mapenzi Beach, among others.
Payment methods available in Sultan Sands include Mastercard, Visa and American Express.
Sultan Sands Kiwengwa offers an outdoor swimming pool, a sauna and a hairdresser.
Some rooms of Sultan Sands welcome guests with the following facilities:
  • a balcony
  • a mini-bar
  • a dressing room
  • an electric kettle
.
Yes, Sultan Sands offers airport shuttle service. Please call ahead to confirm the details.
Yes, bag storage is available at Sultan Sands Kiwengwa.

Thank you for your feedback

Thank you for subscribing

Close
Check-in
7 Sept 2026
Check-out
8 Sept 2026
Guests
2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
Select the dates
to see the actual offers